Using the Landfill

Tips

All new accounts/or established customers need to bring/present the following: Texas driver’s license or ID, current utility bill (reflecting their name and mailing address) for address verification . Anyone trying to utilize someone else’s account for waste disposal will need to bring in the same information plus a written & notarized letter (signed by the account holder) allowing the use of said account. Keep in mind that this action shall be verified with account holder.

Business accounts require a current utility bill, business card, driver’s license and a letter (company letterhead) stating the name of employee(s) who will be allowed to use this account. Such letter requires signature of the following: Owner, manager and/or other officer in charge with signatory authority.There will be NO EXCEPTIONS to these policies.

What we are going to look for during random or unannounced inspection; staff will:

Ensure general operational compliance with approved plans for waste acceptance

Identify potential and actual nuisance items

Review transportation logs and paperwork

Inspect for odor, vector, litter, and fire controls

Review unloading and compacting procedures

Checks for prohiobited items such as those listed below in "Prohibited items for disposal"

In general, using the Landfill involves the following steps:

Please follow the Site User Rules.

NO - CASH PAYMENTS ACCEPTED

NO - CAMERAS / VIDEO EQUIPMENT

NO - SMOKING ALLOWED ON THESE PREMISES

NO - SALVAGING OR SCAVENGING

OBEY ALL POSTED SIGNS

OBEY ALL INSTRUCTIONS FROM SITE PERSONNEL

SPEED LIMIT IS 20 MPH

RESIDENTS MUST SHOW PROOF OF RESIDENCY

ALL LOADS MUST BE COVERED OR THEY WILL INCUR FINES

ALL VEHICLES MUST CHECK IN AND ARE SUBJECT TO INSPECTION

ALL MINORS/PETS MUST REMAIN IN THE VEHICLES AT ALL TIMES

ALL PERSONS MUST STAY WITHIN 10FT OF THEIR VEHICLE

USERS OF THE FACILITY DO SO AT THEIR OWN RISK

LANDFILL AND/OR CITY IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR PERSONAL INJURIES TO USERS OR DAMAGES TO USERS PERSONAL PROPERTY

Drive on to inbound scale. Inform the Attendant if you have anything other than regular household trash. We will measure your vehicle and its contents.

Dump your waste in the appropriate area.

Drive on to the outbound scale. Again, we will weigh your vehicle and its contents. We subtract the weight of your car before and after you dump, and bill you accordingly. We accept cash, checks and all major credit cards. for the traffic lights for when to enter and exit the scale.

Your load should have a cover during the transport. If not the Landfill will assess a 15% surcharge per load. Pick-up trucks hauling a trailer must enter the landfill 30 minutes before closing. 18 Wheelers must enter the landfill before 2:30 p.m.

Landfill Fees

City Residents & Businesses:Vehicle load (non-hazardous municipal solid waste, brush, construction and demolition materials):$8.33/CU.YD. ($25.00/TON)(Minimum of $25.00 charge per load)Proof of construction being conducted within the city limits of the City of Edinburg must be provided by the contractor or individual performing the services prior to disposal and is subject to verification.Rate is subject to applicable surcharges, disposal fees, local and state taxes, etc.

Non-Contract Outside Haulers:Government entities, waste haulers, contractors, or individuals disposing of waste generated from outside the City of Edinburg shall be charged for the use of city-owned or -maintained landfill as follows: $11.67/Cu.Yd. ($35.00 / Ton)(Minimum of $25.00 charge per load)Rate is subject to applicable surcharges, disposal fees, local and/or state taxesUser shall be responsible for producing weight verification if required.

Tire handling fee $5.00Surcharge for uncovered load 15% of load fee

City of Edinburg Residential Garbage

Fees are applicable to all users of the Landfill with exception for City Residents hauling household trash, appliances or brush. Residential garabage will be accepted for free with proof of residency for residential accounts. Although, load must be brought covered and with no trash such as rocks, dirt, or other similar types of waste. Commercial accounts will be charged a fee of $8.33 per cubic yard, with a $25.00 minimum. A current water bill is required for confirmation of residency. This exception does not apply to any construction material which shall be charged at gates rates.

Special Waste

Special Waste disposal at the City of Edinburg landfill requires written approval prior to disposal by the Department of Solid Waste Management Director. Special handling requirements for special waste may necessitate additional handling fees. Questions, requests for assistance, or written approval concerning special waste or hazardous waste should be directed to the Department of Solid Waste Management at 956-381-5635.

TiresResidents may bring up to 4 passenger tires to the landfill, for free, per year with Drivers License and City of Edinburg utililty bill matching the address. Additonal tires will be chgarged at $5 per tire. All other tires and commercial customers are accepted at the following rates.

Yard TrimmingsYard trimmings will be accepted for free with proof of residency for residential accounts. Although, load must be brought covered and with no trash such as plastic bags, rocks, dirt, or other type of waste. Commercial accounts pay a fee of $8.33 per cubic yard, with a $25.00 minimum.

Used Oil RecyclingTexas law prohibits dumping used oil on land or into sewers or waterways. This includes the use of used oil as a dust suppressant. Texas has also banned used oil filters from being placed in or accepted for disposal in a landfill.